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Special needs caregivers in Carolina Beach, NC

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Melissa C.


Wilmington, NC

$20-30/hr

Elderly Care

5.0

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Hey!! I am a mother of two children who are 6 & 8... I am looking for something to keep me busy during the day now that my youngest has entered Kindergarten. I am available 9-1 Monday-Friday and occasionally on the weekends. Pre kids I was a psychosocial rehabilitation counselor and I have also taught adults and children with...
5.0
"She assisted my elderly mother who had multiple strokes. Melissa is a kind and caring soul. Our family will always be grateful for her help. "

Chip C.

Kristin O.


Southport, NC

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Ms. Kristin

In my 30 plus years in the Workforce, I have grown even more passionate to help families in need. Every family operates as its own nucleus with unique values, beliefs, and priorities. Families that have neurodivergent children, deserve equal inclusion. I have learned that there is insurmountable ways that children communicate....
5.0
"Kristin is without hesitation the best caretaker/ teacher there is. She has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally. She is unique, creative and fun and every one should have the pleasure of knowing her. She is the best candidate you could ask for and you will...

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Susan L.


Southport, NC

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available Full Time

I am a graduate of East Carolina University. I graduated with a degree in Family and Community Services and did my internship at a program named R. E. A. P., which is an inclusive preschool where there are children with special needs and children that would be considered typical. I have been working with children ever since I...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Melissa C.


Wilmington, NC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Or Special Needs Care

Hey!! I am a mother of two children who are 6 & 8... I am looking for something to keep me busy during the day now that my youngest has entered Kindergarten. I am available 9-1 Monday-Friday and occasionally on the weekends. Pre kids I was a psychosocial rehabilitation counselor and I have also taught adults and children with...

Lauren C.


Wilmington, NC

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny Available

I am a nurturing and compassionate person who enjoys educating children. I have experience with children at the infant stage up to young adults. I was a nanny for quadruplets so caring for multiple children is no problem! I also have experience working with children and adults with special needs as I currently work as a teacher...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 79-year-young college graduate. I am retired after a 30 year career in NYC public housing. As part of the housing staff, some of my responsibilities included working with special needs seniors and persons with disabilities. I enjoyed this work over the years as I am a naturally warm and compassionate person. Two of my...
Francine can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"It is a pleasure working with Francine. She is patient and supportive while keeping practical approach to seeing to it that my mom's needs are met. She is 100% reliable and performs her duties with the utmost integrity. Fran is diligent in looking out for my mom's...

Mark K.

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Samantha P.


Wilmington, NC

$11-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very energetic and responsible person and have a deep passion for caring for other people. I am a freshman nursing major and hope to one day get my masters in severe and profound disability. In the summers I am a counselor for children with special needs and absolutely love it. My experience there has given me a high...
5.0
"Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks"

Laura W.

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Ellery T.


Wilmington, NC

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter/Tutor For Children And Adults

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience working with children and adults with different types of abilities. I worked at the Arc of NC for over 10 years and also at an elementary school in their Autism Spectrum program. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and am familiar with many resources in the area. I am currently looking for...
5.0
"Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a...

Laura W.

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Jennifer U.


Wilmington, NC

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Specializing In Premature Multiple Birth Infant Care.

I have 18 years of experience working with multiples from twins to quads. I enjoy teaching parents how to manage more than one infant at a time while getting those premature infants up to a healthy birth weight and on an eating and sleeping schedule. I have been an infant nurse to well over 200 babies. I am CPR and AED...
5.0
"I have been Jen's supervisor for the last year. She has been well liked by not only the clients she works for but by all staff she works with. She truly is a team player and hard-working individual who is willing to go above and beyond her job duties and...

Teri L.

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Caroline C.


Leland, NC

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun College Student Home For The Semester

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I am moving to Wilmington NC in August and am looking for a nanny job in or around Wilmington I can do around my course schedule. I specialize in working with children who have special needs, disabilities, and individualized medical care. Available to start the beginning of September and can help weekends, for...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caroline PLAYS with my kids! She initiates games and fun ideas and doesn't just sit them in front of the TV. She cleans up when they are done and follows through with any special requests I have. She is responsible, dependable, fun and energetic and I will continue...

Megan H.

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Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ciara and I am finishing up my sophomore year at Purdue University where I am pursuing a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am very experienced with caring for children with special needs and extremely comfortable with it. For the past 4 years I have been caring for a young boy with Autism (12...
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Nina H.


Wilmington, NC

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Mom

I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Nina began caring for our baby girl when she was about 11 weeks old, and has been absolutely wonderful. She is incredibly warm and kind, and our little girl (who just turned 1 year) now literally screams with delight when Nina arrives at our home. She clearly...

Kara D.

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Katelyn D.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."

Bailey G.

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Sheena S.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with people from the age of 10 to 80 with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I currently work as an instructor for adult with disabilities. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services/ Management and a Masters Degree in Public Policy/Public Administration. I have worked at a State Training Center with...
5.0
"Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity."

Laura W.

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Grace L.


Wilmington, NC

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, nice to meet you! I have 6 years of experience working with children. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies and am qualified through NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education as a Lead Teacher for infants-pre-kindergarten. I have worked as a Infant Teacher for babies 0-12...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Carolyn C.


Leland, NC

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. In the 10 years since I graduated college, I have devoted my time to nannying and educating children. The families I work for are a wonderful and important part of my life. My experience includes caring for multiples, nannying for up to 2 weeks while parents travel, and working with...
Carolyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carolyn is wonderful! She took care of our newborn with ease and kindness! She entertained him and was attentive to his needs. As a first time mom, I trusted her immediately because of her punctuality, professionalism and experience. I was very comfortable having...

Chelsea T.

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Candace M.


Wilmington, NC

$24-28/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello! I am seeking part time employment in senior care (memory care or companionship), special needs care, disabled care, or nannying (with some flexibility). I have several years of experience in each of these fields, as well as mental health and detox in patient care. I deeply care about the quality of care individuals care...
Candace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Sandra H.


Wilmington, NC

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

I recently adopted a special needs high functioning. 14 yr old. Have worked with my grandchildren both boys and have special needs. I am CPR Certified and am a retired EMT.
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Lexi N.


Wilmington, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children of all ages the youngest being 4 weeks and oldest being 12 or 13 for about 10 plus years now. I have watched up to 7 children at one time by myself and have successfully been able to have all kids in bed with nighttime routines completed. I am also good with children who have special needs. I...
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello! My name is Caroline, and I am a student at UNCW, majoring in Nursing! I am very bubbly, adventurous, and nurturing. I have experience in caring for children from the ages of 6months through 12 years (including individuals with special needs), and I would absolutely love to help you out by caring for your child/children! I...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carolina Beach, NC

Melissa C.

5.0

She assisted my elderly mother who had multiple strokes. Melissa is a kind and caring soul. Our family will always be grateful for her help.

- Chip C.

Kristin O.

5.0

Kristin is without hesitation the best caretaker/ teacher there is. She has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally. She is unique, creative and fun and every one should have the pleasure of knowing her. She is the best candidate you could ask for and you will not be disappointed.

- Care member

Francine L.

5.0

It is a pleasure working with Francine. She is patient and supportive while keeping practical approach to seeing to it that my mom's needs are met. She is 100% reliable and performs her duties with the utmost integrity. Fran is diligent in looking out for my mom's interests and handles conflicts...

- Mark K.

Samantha P.

5.0

Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks

- Laura W.

Ellery T.

5.0

Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a seizure proof room for my daughter...

- Laura W.

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